Respiratory Therapist - night shift

Job Title

Respiratory Therapist

Base pay range: $34.75 - $52.49 hourly (may vary based on knowledge, skills, and experience).

Nights; every other weekend and rotating holidays.

Provides respiratory care to patients ranging from premature infants to elderly individuals with pulmonary disease. Works under physician supervision and delivers a range of respiratory care modalities on scheduled and emergency basis.

• Operate mechanical ventilators.
• Operate non-invasive mechanical ventilators.
• Operate high-flow oxygen delivery systems.
• Draw umbilical cord gases.
• Draw arterial blood gases.
• Determine appropriateness and participate in developing and recommending modifications to respiratory care plans.
• Gather information and interpret data regarding patient history, lab results, radiological reports, and other pertinent results regarding patient care.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn new techniques and equipment.
• Initiate and participate in communication to assure effective delivery of respiratory care.
• Communicate with patients and families in a respectful manner.

• Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Credentialed through the NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Licensed in the State of Washington as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Excellent communication skills with physicians, colleagues, and patients.
• Ability to learn and utilize new technologies.
• Ability to manage time, tasks, and resources appropriately.

• Two or more years of experience.
• Possess BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications within 6 months of hire.

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account, Paid Leave Time.
• Employer-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability.
• Retirement with Employer Matching Contributions.
• Voluntary Benefits:
  Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Short-Term Disability Services.
• Discount and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Resources.

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